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YMCA of Greater SeattleAssistant Teacher, Early Learning Program in
Auburn, Washington

Overview

What you’ll be doing…

Every day hundreds of children are welcomed into our fun and engaging YMCA early learning child care programs. Be part of an amazing team of staff who provide a learning environment for children in which they feel secure, comfortable, and important. You will be a part of providing a nurturing child-centered environment through enrichment and activities while also supporting the children as they grow and learn. The Assistant Teacher provides classroom leadership through supervision of a group of children in addition to overseeing the activities of other groups.

We are currently looking for teachers in the following classrooms: Infants, Toddler Waddler, and Pre K.

Where you’ll work…

Located in the Lea Hill Early Learning Center in Auburn. Seeking Teachers with availabilty Monday-Friday between 6:30 am- 6:30 pm.

Responsibilities

Plans and implements culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate activities within the curriculum in accordance with the Youth Development goals of the YMCA.

Supervises a group of children to ensure their health and safety and to provide for a positive experience for each child.

May provide guidance to staff/volunteers overseeing the activities of groups of children.

Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.

May fill-in for the Lead Teacher during short-term absences.

Assists in maintaining developmentally appropriate classroom including appearance, décor and cleanliness of site.

May prepare and serve snacks. Cleans snack area.

Attends staff meetings and trainings as required.

Other duties as assigned.

Who are you?

If you're the right candidate for the job, you are excited to spend your time impacting the lives of children. You thrive on the energy of children and are ready to jump in and lead activities. You are always looking for ways to offer support. You are comfortable with individual youth and groups of children, can talk to and partner with parents and other adults, and have an interest in and aptitude for learning new ways to work with kids. You have an eye for quality programming and can build a sense of belonging with the groups you work with.

Qualifications

You should have:

Must be 18 years of age or older

Experience in working with children the same age as those to be supervised.

Preferred qualification- 45 or more college quarter credits in early childhood/child development, or possess an equivalent educational background, or be a certified child development associate (preferred).

You'll be a great fit for the Seattle Y and the Child Care Team if you:

Thrive in a youth centered environment where all children feel that they belong

Are adaptable and flexible, and like that every day is a little different

Are excited to see youth growth and thrive

Truly enjoy being of service to others

Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together

Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all

The YMCA of Greater Seattle is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equity. We are a drug & alcohol-free workplace; all job offers are contingent on results of a background check and drug screening, including screening for marijuana.